The IRS is continuing to expand its digital tools, making it easier for taxpayers and their accountants to manage authorizations, access records and resolve tax issues more efficiently. Understanding how IRS Online Accounts and Tax Pro Accounts work can help taxpayers avoid delays and streamline communication with the IRS.
Read my blog, “IRS Tax Pro Accounts Are Changing How Taxpayers Work With Their Accountants,” at StephanoSlack.com.
The IRS introduced a new process that may give certain businesses additional time to resolve Employee Retention Credit disputes. Read Robert Radzinski, CPA,’s blog, “IRS Introduces New ERC Extension Option for Certain Taxpayers,” at StephanoSlack.com.
Tariff refunds are finally beginning, with billions potentially returning to U.S. importers. The opportunity is significant, but the filing process may be complex and phased in over time. Read $166 billion in tariff refunds: What importers need to know now at StephanoSlack.com.
Tax season may be over, but the most valuable planning happens now. In this blog, “Tax Season is Over—Now What? 5 Moves to Make Right Now to Improve Next Year’s Outcome,” we outline key actions to help you stay ahead and make more informed decisions throughout the year. Read my blog at StephanoSlack.com.
IRS Raises Passenger Vehicle Depreciation Limits for 2026. If your business purchases or leases vehicles, the IRS has updated the depreciation limits for passenger automobiles placed in service in 2026. These annual adjustments affect how much you can deduct each year for business-use vehicles. Read my blog, “IRS Raises Passenger Vehicle Depreciation Limits for 2026,” at StephanoSlack.com.
Clean energy tax credits now come with added scrutiny around supply chains and foreign-entity involvement. New federal guidance changes how eligibility is determined for key electricity and manufacturing credits under the One, Big, Beautiful Bill. Read my blog, New Federal Guidance Raises the Bar for Clean Energy Tax Credit Eligibility, to understand what this means for your projects and planning at StephanoSlack.com.
NJEDA offers a wide range of grants and low-cost financing programs that can help small businesses and nonprofits invest, expand, and strengthen operations. From facility improvements to real estate purchases and working capital, these programs can play a valuable role in growth planning. Read my blog, “New Jersey EDA Funding Programs That Help Small Businesses and Nonprofits Move from Planning to Progress,” at StephanoSlack.com.
Clean energy tax credits are changing fast in 2026—with accelerated expirations, tighter timelines, and new foreign-entity restrictions reshaping who qualifies and who doesn’t. Missing a deadline or compliance detail could mean losing valuable incentives. Read my blog, “Clean energy tax credits in 2026: What remains, what’s ending, and why timing matters,” at StephanoSlack.com to understand what’s still available and how to plan before opportunities close.
CFOs in 2026 face constant pressure — cost control, forecasting demands, technology expectations, and expanding risk. The CFOs who succeed will be those who
build resilient strategies that connect execution across the enterprise. Learn what strategies to focus on. Read my blog, Building a CFO-Ready Strategic Plan for 2026, at StephanoSlack.com.